The Word

  AI generated Leviticus 27 image. Using the English Standard Version, we finish in Leviticus. Need a Bible?   Super Giant Print?  Would you rather a  NKJV? Chapters 19 through 27 of Leviticus: These chapters are often referred to as the Holiness Code, address a variety of moral, social, and ceremonial laws that aim to set the Israelites apart as a holy people. Chapter 19 : Sometimes called "The Holiness Code," this chapter includes diverse commands reflecting social justice, ethics, charity, and proper worship. It famously contains the commandment "Love your neighbor as yourself," and addresses respect for parents, keeping the Sabbath, prohibitions against idolatry, theft, deceit, and more. It also includes agricultural laws like leaving gleanings for the poor and not using mixed seeds or livestock. Chapter 20 : This chapter lists penalties for various offenses, especially focusing on sexual immorality and prohibited behaviors previously outlined in ...

Using the English Standard Version, we continue in Leviticus. Need a Bible?   Super Giant Print?  Would you rather a  NKJV? Chapters 10 through 18 of Leviticus contain a mix of narratives and laws focusing on the responsibilities of the priesthood, religious rituals, moral and ceremonial laws, and the requirements of holiness for the people of Israel. Chapter 10 : We begin with the story of Nadab and Abihu, two of Aaron's sons, who offer 'strange fire' before the Lord, contrary to his command. We cannot worship God in anyway we choose. As a result, they are consumed by fire from the Lord. Aaron and his remaining sons are warned to not mourn in the customary manner, reflecting the high standard of holiness expected from the priests. The chapter then gives additional regulations to the priests about eating from the holy offerings and delineates the holy from the common, and the clean from the unclean. Chapter 11 : Dietary laws are laid out—commonly known as 'Kashrut...